A FAREWELL TO BASIL FETTUCCINE
I made this while watching 'A Farewell to Arms' on TV and realized the title suited the intent of the pasta, which was to celebrate the last gleanings from my rather prolific basil patch. If you feel the need to serve this with a sauce, consider a butter garlic sauce or a white wine sauce with chicken. Whatever you choose to accompany this with, enjoy it!
Provided by GYPSY-WITCH
Categories Italian Recipes
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using a food processor, process basil leaves until chopped very fine. Add 1 1/2 cups of flour and pulse two or three times, or until combined. Add egg, 1 teaspoon oil, and the water until dough forms a ball shape. If dough seems dry, add a bit more water. Wrap dough in a piece of plastic wrap which has been coated in a few drops of olive oil. Refrigerate dough for 2 hours.
- Remove dough from refrigerator, and cut into 6 equal size portions. Run pasta though pasta machine, or roll with rolling pin to desired thickness. Use the additional flour to coat pasta while rolling.
- Allow pasta to dry for one hour prior to cooking.
- Cook in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. This should take only a 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.2 calories, Carbohydrate 79.6 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 38.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
A FAREWELL TO BASIL FETTUCCINE [40]
Steps:
- Using a food processor, process basil leaves until chopped very fine. Add 1 1/2 cups of flour and pulse two or three times, or until combined. Add egg, 1 teaspoon oil, and the water until dough forms a ball shape. If dough seems dry, add a bit more water. Wrap dough in a piece of plastic wrap which has been coated in a few drops of olive oil. Refrigerate dough for 2 hours. Remove dough from refrigerator, and cut into 6 equal size portions. Run pasta though pasta machine, or roll with rolling pin to desired thickness. Use the additional flour to coat pasta while rolling. Allow pasta to dry for one hour prior to cooking. Cook in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. This should take only a 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the pasta.
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A Farewell to Basil Fettuccine Recipes
When it comes to pasta dishes, few can compare to the simple delight of a fresh basil fettuccine. The combination of the rich, buttery noodles with the fresh, bright flavors of basil is truly unbeatable. Sadly, though, it seems that the era of the basil fettuccine recipe may be coming to a close.
What is Basil Fettuccine?
Basil fettuccine is a type of pasta that is infused with fresh basil leaves. Typically, the basil is blended in with the flour and eggs used to make the pasta dough. The result is a bright green pasta that not only looks gorgeous but tastes delicious, too.
The pasta is usually served with a butter or olive oil-based sauce, often with additional fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese on top. Some recipes also call for the inclusion of other ingredients, such as pine nuts or sun-dried tomatoes, to further enhance the dish’s flavors.
Why is Basil Fettuccine Falling Out of Favor?
Despite its deliciousness, basil fettuccine seems to be disappearing from restaurant menus and social media feeds alike. There are a few reasons why this may be happening.
First, some chefs and food bloggers may be turning away from basil fettuccine as a reaction to its popularity. Once a dish becomes ubiquitous, it can lose its appeal to those who crave something new and different. As a result, these foodies may be seeking out other types of pasta or incorporating different herbs and spices into their pasta dishes.
Another reason why basil fettuccine may be less common these days is that it can be more difficult to find fresh basil. While dried basil can certainly be used in a pinch, it doesn’t provide that same bright, herby flavor as fresh leaves. Plus, commercially available fresh basil can be expensive, especially when bought out of season. This can drive up the cost of basil fettuccine dishes, making them less appealing to both chefs and diners.
Why We’ll Miss Basil Fettuccine
Despite its waning popularity, there’s no denying that basil fettuccine is a truly special dish. The combination of the rich pasta with the fresh herbs is unparalleled, creating a complex but harmonious flavor profile that few other dishes can achieve.
Additionally, basil fettuccine is a dish that is relatively easy to make at home. Even those who aren’t skilled home cooks can give it a try with a recipe and a good pasta maker. Creating fresh pasta from scratch is a fun and rewarding experience that many people can enjoy, and basil fettuccine is the perfect recipe to start with.
Many of us who have enjoyed basil fettuccine over the years will certainly miss it if it continues to disappear from restaurant menus and recipe collections. But hopefully, it will remain a beloved classic that we can enjoy as a special treat from time to time.